DON BRUNER

  

 

 

"Dusk at Nut Bay"
36 x 48
Acrylic
$1,800.00

  

"Early Morning, Macsmith Lake"
16 x 20
Acrylic
$490.00

  

"Sweeper at the Bend"
24 x 30
Acrylic
$985.00

  

"The Guardians"
11 x 14
Acrylic
$370.00

 

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BIOGRAPHY

Born:  April 21st. 1953 - in Winnipeg Manitoba
 
Married (my wife Linda is also an artist, and a very good critic)
 
We share our home and studio in Orangeville with our four children, assorted pets and on any given day several artist friends.  Our gallery and shop is a recent undertaking and very much a work in progress.  We recommend and stock art supplies for our students and colleagues, frame their work, help them prepare for shows, and of course demonstrate the technical and creative potential of various mediums.  Our clients have come to expect a high level of knowledge and enthusiasm.

 

TRAINING
 
Other than taking interest courses in workshop settings I am a self taught artist.  I started painting as a hobby in 1994, took a few courses, and then began to show and sell work.  I began to teach in 1997 in response to many requests, and I suppose that in designing and administering a curriculum I have been able to stay about three lessons ahead of my students.  In the end I learned along the way, and the student's needs have led me to explore portraiture, equine art, floral painting, mixed media techniques, and technical illustration.
 
I read as much as I can, paint almost every day, and have gained in professional understanding from participating in shows and talking with fellow artists.  I owe a debt of gratitude to the advice and encouragement received from others, and in turn I make every effort to encourage others.
 
Career highlights  1996 to 1999
 
Co-Founder of the High County Studio Tour, now featuring 30+ local artists in all mediums.
 
Three years experience teaching adult students in evening workshops at my studio.  I work with about 45 students each year instructing at the beginner and intermediate level in drawing, watercolour, oils, and acrylics.
 
Regular exhibitor in local exhibitions.  Two years experience demonstrating painting techniques, materials and mixed media applications at art group meetings and public shows.
 
Annual Production:  35 to 45 framed works various mediums (Also numerous smaller works, studies and sketches)
 
COMMISSIONS
 
I currently accept commissions in watercolours and oils. (one or two a month)  I do this for two reasons.  First the challenge of working on a subject I may not have considered before.  This is a great way to stretch my abilities.  Second is the reward of knowing that I am creating something that will likely become a treasured family heirloom.  It's very enjoyable work.
 
© 2001 Don Bruner
 
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